AnswerHi Mike. First make sure there are no restrictions at all in the vent hose and outside vent cap/hood assy. This will cause the issues you have. Look at the dryer vent as it is pushed in. Is it kinked or clogged? If the dryer motor runs only for approx. 20 minutes and then overheats there is a built in overload protection thermal fuse. If it then restarts after cooling down then you need to replace the motor part # 131560100. Thank You.

AnswerGeorge, Its not a "bad" part, just redesigned, as long as the end of the shaft(the nipple) contacts the clip, you'll be fine. It is a UL Lab. requirement to reduce the possibility of shock hazard due to a shorted wire or static electricity build up in the product. You'll be fine. Good Luck and Thanks